Self Direction Coordinator

The Self Direction Coordinator will assist individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families, utilize self-direct services. The Self Direction Coordinator is responsible for implementation of services as listed in the approved budget, and assist in payment of approved goods and services. This position requires a high degree of customer service and ensures best practices are carried out to achieve service effectiveness and efficiency.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with individual and brokers to initiate and complete the self-direction process.
• Serve as liaison between Individual, broker and OPWDD
• Monitor individuals budget utilization
• Provide staff recruitment and payroll assistance to self-hired staff.
• Schedule launch and team meetings as required.
• Completes all assignments in a timely manner.
• Preparation of statistical data.
• Attend Life Plan meetings and update DDP2 as required
• Review Staff Action Plan and Safeguards as necessary
• Review self direct staff attendance and service documentations for accuracy
• Monitor quality of services delivered to individuals i.e. completion of self-monitoring tool, satisfaction questionnaire.
• Keeps abreast of changes in field.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Required Skills and Abilities include, but are not limited to:

* Ability to follow instructions and respond to managements' directions accurately and efficiently. * Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Monitors own work to ensure quality is met. * Must demonstrate exceptional communication skills. * Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, prioritize work activities and use time efficiently. * Must be able to maintain confidentiality. * Must be able to demonstrate and promote a positive team-oriented environment. * Must be able to stay focused and concentrate under normal or heavy distractions. * Must maintain a professional and clean appearance at all times consistent with company standards.

Minimum Educational Level

• BA in related fields or AAS (60 credits) with 20 credits in health or Human services
• Proficient in the use of standard company software (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Proficient in the use of the Internet/Web,
• 2 years experience working with individuals with Intellectual disabilities.